Title: Things to Do in Ixtapa in 2026 | Expedia.com

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# Things to do in Ixtapa

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![Marina Ixtapa which includes a sunset and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075774/d82ddfd0-8700-42e6-8df1-8240c913be6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Marina Ixtapa which includes a sunset and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075774/d82ddfd0-8700-42e6-8df1-8240c913be6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Quieta Beach showing sailing, a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075772/f04dabf7-0af2-4fbc-8a23-e360536239e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Marina Ixtapa showing tropical scenes and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075774/71cb7070-0b4e-4e30-8f66-2f8fdc41f936.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![El Palmar Beach featuring a sunset, a beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075769/f3e4d71a-d413-476a-bca7-02cf21aa7fda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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### Most popular activities in Ixtapa

### Tours & day trips

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![Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1369725/8b0484f0-a93b-4043-a88e-f662699e201c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

6h

9.6/10

562 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

~~$140~~$118

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mega-yacht-all-inclusive-yelapa-waterfall-snorkeling-adventure.a1369725.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4387387/53a81f6c-4799-4b70-ab54-51ea1b77cdc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta

4h

8.4/10

349 Viator reviews

$26

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-tour-with-free-stops-in-puerto-vallarta.a4387387.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Mega Catamarans ALL INCLUSIVE Remote Paradise Beach Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5246339/de5b6b48-68a7-41d6-828f-d0e9bda360ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Mega Catamarans ALL INCLUSIVE Remote Paradise Beach Adventure

6h 30m

9.6/10

98 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$135

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mega-catamarans-all-inclusive-remote-paradise-beach-adventure.a5246339.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![ATV and RZR Jorullo Bridge Experience in Puerto Vallarta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4392795/3479e510-09fa-4ff2-8754-c93063a4de35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### ATV and RZR Jorullo Bridge Experience in Puerto Vallarta

5h 30m

9.6/10

234 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$169

includes taxes & fees

per traveler

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/atv-and-rzr-jorullo-bridge-experience-in-puerto-vallarta.a4392795.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta: Los Arcos Islands Boat Tour and Snorkeling](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48579575/494a783e-011c-40ac-be91-3aa5b12fccec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta: Los Arcos Islands Boat Tour and Snorkeling

3h

9.6/10

75 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$48

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-los-arcos-islands-boat-tour-and-snorkeling.a48579575.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Marietas Islands, Hidden beach experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/478038/93d4ff8a-8849-4676-9ab6-008bd6e07e7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Marietas Islands, Hidden beach experience

5h

9.2/10

16 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

$179

includes taxes & fees

per traveler

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/marietas-islands-hidden-beach-experience.a478038.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta: Full Day Hike to 6 Hidden Beaches & Snorkel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48166578/d1bfaa4a-a60e-49f8-b84b-80a1accea624.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta: Full Day Hike to 6 Hidden Beaches & Snorkel

6h

9.6/10

111 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$38

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-full-day-hike-to-6-hidden-beaches-snorkel.a48166578.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Private Tour: Puerto Vallarta ATV Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214477/def349ec-e2e6-4436-9ef3-750c14507704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Tour: Puerto Vallarta ATV Adventure

3h

10/10

273 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$115

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-puerto-vallarta-atv-adventure.a1214477.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/554273/fd8aae3b-fef9-4a5f-9fc9-b5e7a68d79cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory

6h

8.6/10

102 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

$20

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-city-highlights-tequila-and-coffee-factory.a554273.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Los Arcos 5 islands Snorkeling Cliff Jumping and Hidden Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50078333/47d7a662-55e6-4e7c-9479-bac81d33eb86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Los Arcos 5 islands Snorkeling Cliff Jumping and Hidden Beach

3h

9.2/10

65 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$49

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/los-arcos-5-islands-snorkeling-cliff-jumping-and-hidden-beach.a50078333.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

### Private & custom tours

[See all 85 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours)

![Private Tour: Puerto Vallarta ATV Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214477/def349ec-e2e6-4436-9ef3-750c14507704.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Tour: Puerto Vallarta ATV Adventure

3h

10/10

273 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$115

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-puerto-vallarta-atv-adventure.a1214477.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Private ATV tour with waterfall and Tequila tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46301610/90caf817-53be-4a7f-9232-8b959342593b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private ATV tour with waterfall and Tequila tasting

3h

9.6/10

95 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$110

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-atv-tour-with-waterfall-and-tequila-tasting.a46301610.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Butterflies, City tour, tequila, and beach (kids free)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46749230/9002ede8-b89e-4208-9f28-e9d845201342.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Butterflies, City tour, tequila, and beach (kids free)

6h

8.6/10

26 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$23

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/city-tour-express-butterfly-tequila-and-beach-an-ecological-day.a46749230.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta: Whale Watching All Inclusive Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49957548/b1ed703f-48e4-4280-9a3a-0460d2c0df19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta: Whale Watching All Inclusive Experience

4h

Free cancellation available

$79

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/whale-watching-water-activities-all-inclusive-experience.a49957548.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Private Tour in El Malecon Boardwalk Bike Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1369461/362b0617-bc94-4dcd-a825-cba7a0b3673a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Tour in El Malecon Boardwalk Bike Ride

2h

9.6/10

25 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$55

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-in-el-malecon-boardwalk-bike-ride.a1369461.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Jungle Cascade Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51011482/29e152da-5ecd-4cc0-b119-0e104b7bc3d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Jungle Cascade Adventure

4h

Free cancellation available

$30

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/jungle-cascade-adventure.a51011482.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Private Tour: ATV SIERRA MADRE rivers with Tequila Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1369459/89dcaddc-49a8-4789-b6c2-80185265bb4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Tour: ATV SIERRA MADRE rivers with Tequila Tasting

2h

10/10

5 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$80

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-atv-sierra-madre.a1369459.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![ATV OR RZR- Escape to the mountains for 4 hours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46331160/f2083a4b-90ae-4ffe-84a2-36b1f04439cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### ATV OR RZR- Escape to the mountains for 4 hours

4h

10/10

2 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$97

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/exclusive-4-hour-atv-tour-with-panoramic-views.a46331160.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Private Tour, Sayulita & San Pancho](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44860228/f3f752d7-9278-4230-a222-d9d7e3278c3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Tour, Sayulita & San Pancho

6h

10/10

21 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$340

includes taxes & fees

per traveler\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-sayulita-san-pancho.a44860228.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Best of Puerto Vallarta Private Tour: Highlight Treasures and Hidden Gems](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1788698/19fd7245-ada9-4f4a-b604-ffc6078c774a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Best of Puerto Vallarta Private Tour: Highlight Treasures and Hidden Gems

2h

10/10

10 Viator reviews

$65

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/best-of-puerto-vallarta-private-tour-highlight-treasures-and-hidden-gems.a1788698.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

### Food, drink & nightlife

[See all 84 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife)

![Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/205482/61a656b4-6040-480b-9cfa-d9ba2837aa37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas

5h 30m

9/10

671 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

$129

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/rhythms-of-the-night-sunset-cruise-dinner-performance-at-las-caletas.a205482.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/554273/fd8aae3b-fef9-4a5f-9fc9-b5e7a68d79cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory

6h

8.6/10

102 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

$20

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-city-highlights-tequila-and-coffee-factory.a554273.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Horseback Riding & Swim: Tequila Tasting, BBQ & Margaritas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46747628/4cc6fdf4-4cda-47f3-847c-3f73a106378b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Horseback Riding & Swim: Tequila Tasting, BBQ & Margaritas

5h

9.4/10

80 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$110

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/horseback-riding-tequila-tasting-mex-bbq-margaritas.a46747628.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Marietas Islands & Beach BBQ at Majahuitas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/205490/94d39279-ccf6-4083-baf7-452632363f57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Marietas Islands & Beach BBQ at Majahuitas

7h

10/10

5 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

$121

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/marietas-islands-beach-bbq-at-majahuitas.a205490.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![The BEST Zipline Adventure + Speed Boat + Tequila - Los Veranos Canopy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/205442/0fa895aa-0d6d-4322-80d4-e62d3512605b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### The BEST Zipline Adventure + Speed Boat + Tequila - Los Veranos Canopy

5h 59m+

9.8/10

120 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

$120

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/zipline-adventure-speed-boat-ride-river-fun-los-veranos.a205442.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Pirates of the Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/205424/9de23898-0e7d-46a0-981b-d6dfb1534ff0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Pirates of the Bay

3h 30m

9.4/10

115 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

$208

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/pirates-of-the-bay.a205424.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Vallarta's City Tour with lunch & Tequila Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/205438/cf6c0a6e-5692-4f0c-9c85-58fc63cfc88e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Vallarta's City Tour with lunch & Tequila Tasting

5h

8.4/10

218 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

$65

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/vallartas-city-tour-with-lunch-tequila-tasting.a205438.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Neon Party in Catamaran Puerto Vallarta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50886608/739fb2ed-b124-49be-9f68-9bc1ba3e45bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Neon Party in Catamaran Puerto Vallarta

3h 30m

Free cancellation available

$57

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/catamaran-cruise-with-neon-party-in-puerto-vallarta.a50886608.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Tacos after Dark Tour with Vallarta Eats](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1347643/e2cfaf0a-a4b1-4864-af33-f1cf03fad20c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Tacos after Dark Tour with Vallarta Eats

3h 30m

10/10

100 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$59

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/best-tacos-after-dark-food-walking-tour-in-puerto-vallarta.a1347643.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta: Whale Watching All Inclusive Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49957548/b1ed703f-48e4-4280-9a3a-0460d2c0df19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta: Whale Watching All Inclusive Experience

4h

Free cancellation available

$79

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/whale-watching-water-activities-all-inclusive-experience.a49957548.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

### History & culture

[See all 69 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&filter.categories=HistoryCulture)

![City Tour Puerto Vallarta - Churches, Tequila Test and more](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2773583/12bc7ebe-6a74-42b6-956e-fc5a1a078c71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### City Tour Puerto Vallarta - Churches, Tequila Test and more

8h

8/10

21 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

$12

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/city-tour-puerto-vallarta-churches-tequila-test-and-more.a2773583.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Full Day Puerto Vallarta Botanical Garden Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46227957/d1b167e8-8ed5-4900-99fe-e337cbe3b3de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Full Day Puerto Vallarta Botanical Garden Tour

7h

9.8/10

7 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$60

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/botanical-gardens-horkenos-river-walking-adventure-in-mexico.a46227957.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44641168/fd1f21ef-f90b-4318-a83d-459be349a6bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour

3h 30m

8.2/10

93 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$26

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-hop-on-hop-off-city-bus-tour.a44641168.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Winner 2025 Downtown Vallarta Food Tour with Vallarta Food Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214434/8f035aa0-062e-4e28-beb7-369b5af8c3a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Winner 2025 Downtown Vallarta Food Tour with Vallarta Food Tours

3h 30m

10/10

633 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$59

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/downtown-puerto-vallarta-food-tour-with-vallarta-food-tours.a1214434.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta: Sayulita and San Pancho Beaches Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4821127/c83023cd-0672-4d90-9771-aaba17675efe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta: Sayulita and San Pancho Beaches Tour

8h

8.4/10

7 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$64

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puero-vallarta-sayulita-and-san-pancho-beaches-tour.a4821127.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta: Evening Taco Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4549365/620f8e0d-9436-4cfb-a94a-58c379edb5c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta: Evening Taco Adventure Tour

3h

9.8/10

46 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$55

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-evening-taco-adventure-tour.a4549365.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Mexico: Puerto Vallarta City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4821598/cd644887-7077-44f3-a768-c6db687151f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Mexico: Puerto Vallarta City Tour

12h

8.8/10

13 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$40

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mexico-puerto-vallarta-city-tour.a4821598.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta: Guided San Sebastian Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4816170/4ab656a5-9f4d-45b0-be6b-89b2bfa0758f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta: Guided San Sebastian Tour

6h

9/10

15 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$88

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-guided-san-sebastian-tour.a4816170.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Private Tour in El Malecon Boardwalk Bike Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1369461/362b0617-bc94-4dcd-a825-cba7a0b3673a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Tour in El Malecon Boardwalk Bike Ride

2h

9.6/10

25 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$55

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-in-el-malecon-boardwalk-bike-ride.a1369461.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerta Vallarta: Seafood Lover's Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44647614/46f61626-78eb-4bdc-b792-721bfec67682.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerta Vallarta: Seafood Lover's Food Tour

3h

10/10

11 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$59

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerta-vallarta-seafood-lovers-food-tour.a44647614.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

### Classes & workshops

[See all 47 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops)

![Chocolate Tour in Vallarta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1013210/a5047bf4-b822-4cb2-8052-1a8f4c946a04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Chocolate Tour in Vallarta

1h 30m

10/10

49 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$39

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/chocolate-tour-in-vallarta.a1013210.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta: Guided San Sebastian Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4816170/4ab656a5-9f4d-45b0-be6b-89b2bfa0758f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta: Guided San Sebastian Tour

6h

9/10

15 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$88

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-guided-san-sebastian-tour.a4816170.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![From Nueva Vallarta: Marietas Islands Hidden Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45126364/5d627ad7-6007-46d9-b31c-e016083036d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### From Nueva Vallarta: Marietas Islands Hidden Beach Tour

6h 30m

9.4/10

21 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$163

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-nueva-vallarta-marietas-islands-hidden-beach-tour.a45126364.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta: 2-Hour Chocolate Truffles Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44640752/8044c31f-342a-48df-b825-be6c496b7e37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta: 2-Hour Chocolate Truffles Workshop

2h

9.6/10

7 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

$63

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-2-hour-chocolate-truffles-workshop.a44640752.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Puerto Vallarta Cooking Class Experience with Market Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214507/deba36b5-1c1f-41e6-9e7c-a139982b62b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Puerto Vallarta Cooking Class Experience with Market Tour

4h

10/10

164 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$141

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-cooking-experience-with-market-tour-and-tastings.a1214507.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Herradero Flamingos Private Yoga Class Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50244521/2d1c2867-4dff-479a-bde5-7f705383b95c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Herradero Flamingos Private Yoga Class Experience

1h 30m

Free cancellation available

$65

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/herradero-flamingos-private-yoga-class-experience.a50244521.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Hot Springs, Foot Massage & Tequila Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46954935/b4398a44-831d-440a-8ed4-9cfa2714ad18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Hot Springs, Foot Massage & Tequila Tasting

5h

10/10

4 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$84

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tequila-mezcal-mixology-class-mexican-bbq.a46954935.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Premium Artisanal Tequila Tasting at El Tasting Room](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46601586/f1be70c6-fa84-4a2c-98d3-2c3916673b6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Premium Artisanal Tequila Tasting at El Tasting Room

2h

10/10

1 Viator review

Free cancellation available

$59

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/premium-artisanal-tequila-tasting-at-el-tasting-room.a46601586.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Surf lessons in Nayarit, Nuevo vallarta, Puerto Vallarta and Mita](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48925051/3251b4c4-ecde-4681-9a64-f509e40caae3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Surf lessons in Nayarit, Nuevo vallarta, Puerto Vallarta and Mita

3h

Free cancellation available

$116

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/surf-lessons-in-puerto-vallarta.a48925051.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

![Private Surf Lesson Experience at Puerto Vallarta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1350919/aa5e768a-989c-4780-896a-bf51e6b8239b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Surf Lesson Experience at Puerto Vallarta

5h

9.8/10

20 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

$92

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-experience-at-puerto-vallarta.a1350919.activity-details?&rid=6342704&location=Ixtapa&swp=off)

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## Recommended things to do in Ixtapa

| Number of things to do          | 505                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |
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| Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Tequila Tasting Tour in Nuevo Vallarta](/things-to-do/couple-photo-session.a2777297.activity-details): $5                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
| Top 5 things to do              | [ATV and RZR Jorullo Bridge Experience in Puerto Vallarta](/things-to-do/atv-and-rzr-jorullo-bridge-experience-in-puerto-vallarta.a4392795.activity-details)[Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta](/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-tour-with-free-stops-in-puerto-vallarta.a4387387.activity-details)[Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas](/things-to-do/rhythms-of-the-night-sunset-cruise-dinner-performance-at-las-caletas.a205482.activity-details)[Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!](/things-to-do/puerto-vallartas-best-canopy-zipline-jorullo-bridge-walk.a4392483.activity-details)[Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory](/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-city-highlights-tequila-and-coffee-factory.a554273.activity-details)               |
| Under $25                       | [Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory](/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-city-highlights-tequila-and-coffee-factory.a554273.activity-details)[City Tour Puerto Vallarta - Churches, Tequila Test and more](/things-to-do/city-tour-puerto-vallarta-churches-tequila-test-and-more.a2773583.activity-details)[Butterflies, City tour, tequila, and beach (kids free)](/things-to-do/city-tour-express-butterfly-tequila-and-beach-an-ecological-day.a46749230.activity-details)[Tequila Tasting Tour in Nuevo Vallarta](/things-to-do/couple-photo-session.a2777297.activity-details)[Puerto Vallarta Nature Hike, Beach and Tequila Tasting Experience](/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-nature-hike-beach-and-tequila-tasting-experience.a51600171.activity-details)                                                                      |
| With kids                       | [Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta](/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-tour-with-free-stops-in-puerto-vallarta.a4387387.activity-details)[Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas](/things-to-do/rhythms-of-the-night-sunset-cruise-dinner-performance-at-las-caletas.a205482.activity-details)[Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!](/things-to-do/puerto-vallartas-best-canopy-zipline-jorullo-bridge-walk.a4392483.activity-details)[Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory](/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-city-highlights-tequila-and-coffee-factory.a554273.activity-details)[Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure](/things-to-do/mega-yacht-all-inclusive-yelapa-waterfall-snorkeling-adventure.a1369725.activity-details) |

## What to do in Ixtapa

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### Discover the most popular places to visit in Ixtapa

![Malecon showing night scenes, a coastal town and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502420/7e323753-d8c6-4752-b9c2-4785c9e94fb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Malecon

Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.

[](https://expedia.com/Malecon-Downtown-Puerto-Vallarta.d502420.Vacation-Attraction)

![Mexico, Jalisco, Aerial view of Playa Los Muertos, beach and pier in Puerto Vallarta](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502416/dc2945f9-566f-4d17-980c-004be0733992.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Playa de los Muertos

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Playa de los Muertos during your travels in Romantic Zone? Check out the shops and lively bars in this romantic area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Playa-De-Los-Muertos-Romantic-Zone.d502416.Vacation-Attraction)

![Aerial view of Las Gemelas beach in Puerto Vallarta Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074352/22cbe055-f98f-46db-8aeb-37749434aed4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Playa Gemelas

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Playa Gemelas during your travels in Mismaloya? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars. 

[](https://expedia.com/Playa-Gemelas-South-Zone.d6074352.Vacation-Attraction)

![los arcos in mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074330/91d23b90-299b-496e-a6ef-ca02f16374b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Los Arcos

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Arcos, a lovely green space in Mismaloya. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Los-Arcos-Puerto-Vallarta.d6074330.Vacation-Attraction)

![Mismaloya Beach with colorful boats and thatched shelters south of Puerto Vallarta Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074344/dfc610d6-ff5d-4806-ae5e-533214e90ec1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Playa Mismaloya

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Playa Mismaloya during your travels in Mismaloya? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.com/Playa-Mismaloya-South-Zone.d6074344.Vacation-Attraction)

![Garza Blanca Beach in Puerto Vallarta Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6232644/fe9e5aed-e321-44d6-91dc-31fec71f6376.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Garza Blanca Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Garza Blanca Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Mismaloya. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars. 

[](https://expedia.com/Garza-Blanca-Beach-South-Zone.d6232644.Vacation-Attraction)

![Discovered it as I was walking along the coast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180016/317d0cc4-4e5b-4c76-8860-6032f4504162.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Conchas Chinas Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Conchas Chinas Beach during your travels in Conchas Chinas? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars. 

[](https://expedia.com/Conchas-Chinas-Beach-Conchas-Chinas.d553248624660378471.Vacation-Attraction)

![Beach at hacienda buenaventura](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180016/d123adbd-aeef-4320-bb45-11dc8feef1d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Hotel Zone Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hotel Zone Beach during your trip to Hotel Zone? Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Zone-Beach-Hotel-Zone.d689608018116722688.Vacation-Attraction)

![Sunset in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. I looked up to see the horses and riders passing by on the beach as the sun was setting.  I don’t think I could have staged this shot any better!  PV is full of wonderful welcoming people, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a warm place to get away](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180016/689dcba9-50c9-4099-baec-81b936c1d3af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Camarones Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Camarones Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Puerto Vallarta. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's art scene. 

[](https://expedia.com/Camarones-Beach-Colonia-5-de-Diciembre.d6232655.Vacation-Attraction)

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## Popular day trips from Ixtapa

![Puerto Vallarta showing a beach, general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180016/85886075-ca31-4ef1-b85d-7cb912b5b33c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

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## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ixtapa worth visiting?

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### Is three days enough to stay in Ixtapa?

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### What are some activities to do in Ixtapa with kids?

> - [Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-tour-with-free-stops-in-puerto-vallarta.a4387387.activity-details)
> - [Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rhythms-of-the-night-sunset-cruise-dinner-performance-at-las-caletas.a205482.activity-details)
> - [Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallartas-best-canopy-zipline-jorullo-bridge-walk.a4392483.activity-details)
> - [Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/puerto-vallarta-city-highlights-tequila-and-coffee-factory.a554273.activity-details)
> - [Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mega-yacht-all-inclusive-yelapa-waterfall-snorkeling-adventure.a1369725.activity-details)

### What to do in Ixtapa for adults?

### Are there free things to do in Ixtapa?